Beautiful 45 Ft. DIY Coach Bus Conversion for Semi-Retired Couple

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@TinyHomeTours
@TinyHomeTours 2 жыл бұрын
Is a coach bus something you are considering for your tiny home?
@radicalgreek99
@radicalgreek99 2 жыл бұрын
I did look at a few but The prices were the same as buying a house.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@radicalgreek99 we built this for under $75k, plus our time
@1982MCI
@1982MCI 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser what was the initial cost of the bus and was it already converted to an rv prior to you buying it to where you just needed to remodel to your taste and style instead of starting with a shell? Great video! Thank you so much!! Do you travel around the US a good bit helping retailers or do you have a certain schedule you stick too? A friend of mine is a detailer and trying to get a successful business going.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@1982MCI we payed 20k for the bus, and it was previously converted, but we stripped it out completely to start over again. We travel anywhere to teach, and do one on one coaching.
@1982MCI
@1982MCI 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser thank you for the reply. Reason I was asking is because I’m looking at one myself right now that’s just right down the road. It’s also an MCI but it’s an MCI 7 or 8 I believe and is a little bit older than what yours is. It has been converted but it will need to be stripped and redone cause it’s in rough shape as far as the interior goes. It runs like a dream but it’s tires are out of date cause it’s been sitting so long. It also needs airbags replaced but he does have new ones already but just need installed. Its been sitting about 8 years or so since they’ve done anything with it. They were living in it while they were building their house and once it was finished, they moved into the house and let the bus sit there. It could be a good bus again but needs major work to get it there and I didn’t know how to price it cause prices are all over the board. He said he wanted to try to get $10k but I still think that’s high because I’m worried about all of the suspension from it sitting that long. Anyways, hopefully I can find something I can work with. I can do all interior rebuild myself and some mechanical but on the bigger stuff like suspension, I need to have someone do that. The buses are harder to come by now than what they were before this virus shut us all down. And the ones I am finding have doubled in price. Hopefully I can find one and get it finished similar to yours and I’ll see you out on the road somewhere! Take care and be safe out there!! Thank you for your guidance, I appreciate it!!
@mmm_smores7655
@mmm_smores7655 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best bus I have ever seen! You have thought of everything and smartly used the space you have. Fantastic video!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@DiandraStarShine
@DiandraStarShine 2 жыл бұрын
you really need to see many more bus conversions, then..& if you watched the whole thing: dude's just weird.😕
@ashookchandra8191
@ashookchandra8191 2 жыл бұрын
@@DiandraStarShine u obviously do not appreciate people like him not weird at all but u r definitely 😁
@brentmanhart1026
@brentmanhart1026 2 жыл бұрын
I second this! Flawless aesthetically and functionally, with two people who clearly know what they’re doing.
@stonedog23
@stonedog23 2 жыл бұрын
@@DiandraStarShine I didn’t find him weird.
@RollingLiving
@RollingLiving 2 жыл бұрын
As someone who's had the privilege of enjoying a meal with you two, in this beautiful rolling home, I can attest to the quality and thought that went into this build. Thank you for sharing this tour...every new (or even experienced) bus owner should see and learn from this. Smooth travels, friends!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Bus Whisperer!
@ditch.flower
@ditch.flower Жыл бұрын
​@@LacroixCruiserThis is so so random, but my last name is also lacroix, and my family line comes from quebec! And you look like you may be related to me not going to lie! My grandfather maurice just passed a year ago, but i can ask my father and his cousin if your names sound familliar at all! It would be sweet to have you bith drive down to a family reunion in the summer if it turns out we are related!!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
@@ditch.flower you never know, my family is from Granby.
@annettereynolds7457
@annettereynolds7457 2 жыл бұрын
This is, by far, the best vehicle conversion/tiny home I have ever seen. There's no compromise on space, everything looks really comfortable. Extremely well done.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@BoriquaBBW
@BoriquaBBW 2 жыл бұрын
I love the bathroom! It is beautiful and larger than the one in my traditional home. I just love the layout of your bus. The way it was done maximises the space and makes it look so much larger.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@misserin2010
@misserin2010 2 жыл бұрын
Id pay extra close to details for the shower/potty because I like to be clean especially after driving and riding long distance
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@misserin2010 so do we.
@mezmerizer0266
@mezmerizer0266 2 жыл бұрын
It's bigger than the bathroom in my home as well... Only another 22 more years of mortgage to go, and this small, non moving bathroom will be all mine.
@darrenstibbard6773
@darrenstibbard6773 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen a lot of bus conversions but I think the thought on this one is by far the best. The Berkie integration in the kitchen. The large kitchen, the office/bedroom great idea and the large bathroom. I also like the coat closet at the front door. So many things we’ll thought out. Great job!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@naubaucat
@naubaucat 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build, and so well thought out. I wouldn't mind living in this one.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@johnbartlett3288
@johnbartlett3288 2 жыл бұрын
This just screams class. Absolutely beautiful. Great tour too, only thing you left out on the tour was charging sockets for tech equipment mobile’s etc. just something that seams to always get mentioned in other tours.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, 90% of our outlets also have USB ports.
@lauriemsdiva
@lauriemsdiva 2 жыл бұрын
The attention to detail is what makes this build above anything else l have seen. Fantastic home on wheels! Both the interior and exterior are amazing! Great job!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@timmyg2548
@timmyg2548 Жыл бұрын
There are so many crazy cool features on this bus. The bathroom is brilliant! The water/sewer system must make life easy. I love the Murphy bed! Who doesn't love a double leather recliner? The slide-out toolbox is excellent! A-types rule!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@plp4618
@plp4618 2 жыл бұрын
The greatest home on wheels I have seen. So much storage! Everything is hidden so no clutter. Love it!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, clutter isn’t our favourite thing.
@hgordonf
@hgordonf 2 жыл бұрын
I love you two ! Thank you both for taking us inside your lovely home. You have done an excellent job converting this bus to a fine & luxurious house on wheels. The entire build is spectacular ! The interior materials, finishes & colors are awesome. Thanks again Yvan and Sylvie. Thanks also to Tiny Home Tours !
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@missVmilne
@missVmilne 2 жыл бұрын
The details! This really is one of my all time favourite tiny homes. The considered lifestyle enhancers so well executed under one roof - well done. Thank you for sharing. Wishing you happy times. Hello from London, UK ; - )
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@MandEmma7
@MandEmma7 2 жыл бұрын
yes amazing
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@MandEmma7 thank you
@jeffreyweston900
@jeffreyweston900 Жыл бұрын
I was literally blown away..how innovative by far the best conversion short of a factory Prevost that would cost almost 3 million dollars new...simply amazing!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@superdooperwonderdad
@superdooperwonderdad 2 жыл бұрын
I stand to applaud you. This is easily the finest "tour bus" that I have EVER seen. If you are ever on the east coast, near Washington DC, / Annapolis, drop me a line. My wife and I would love to trade a tour of your bus for a lunch/dinner at our favorite restaurant. Bravo, my friend; bravo!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@superdooperwonderdad
@superdooperwonderdad 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser I was at a party and told your bedliner paint story. Awesome.
@thepaulclayton
@thepaulclayton 2 жыл бұрын
absolutely gorgeous and so clean and sleek with everything in its place. Kudos to your wife doing the driving she is braver than me haha. Thanks so much for sharing, a video that I can watch over and over again. Paul from England
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@Driftuner
@Driftuner 2 жыл бұрын
This thing is intense! That bathroom was at another level
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@timaz1066
@timaz1066 2 жыл бұрын
By far the best do it yourself build of a bus I have seen. Congratulations
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@flybyairplane3528
@flybyairplane3528 Жыл бұрын
Without a doubt, this bus is setup very well, but this is NOT your first one,,so you made no mistakes on this one, infloor heat, just wonderful, an 2 mini-splits, QUIET COOLING, MY BEST TO YOU BOHT, SAFE TRAVELS ENJOY THE ROAD,GO BLES YOU BOTH,,,,,🇬🇧🇨🇦🇨🇦🇺🇸🇺🇸
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@jlhill9995
@jlhill9995 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent bus home. Immaculate and luxurious, it takes #1 spot on my top 10.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@TheEGA4421
@TheEGA4421 2 жыл бұрын
The bathroom 😳!!! Wow, I could live in there! 🤭 Every inch of your home has been well thought of and really impressive!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@vanessaherron5203
@vanessaherron5203 2 жыл бұрын
BEST BUS YET💜 NICE AND NEAT AND ORGANIZED, JUST HOW I LIKE IT🌻
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@evil7011
@evil7011 2 жыл бұрын
Finally a comfortable toilet and bathroom . Most of the builds i watched had tiny ones.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
This is our home, and Comfort is important to us.
@evil7011
@evil7011 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser couldn't agree more. One major factor is comfort for me specially bathroom, I am a tall guy. When I saw all the pre build or diy ones they look cozy butt, when it comes to bathroom 🚽, nope.. NO. It's either a child size one tucked under something or there a separate room but way too small. When was watching your the video and saw the bathroom, I was like : THAT'S IT.. that's one done right. I hope can build my own mobile home one day and copy your bathroom design.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@evil7011 we’ve been living in this bus over a year, and we wouldn’t change anything.
@rln970
@rln970 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most well-thought-out conversion I have seen. Also, the narration was the best I have seen; I hate it when the narrator doesn't know what they are talking about. Looking forward to viewing your other videos.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@JW-kh9bm
@JW-kh9bm 2 жыл бұрын
Super impressive, both the presentation and the build. This gentleman is a very skilled speaker. No injection of um's, uh's, so's....wonderful speaking tone. Enjoy your traveling.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@mykula780
@mykula780 2 жыл бұрын
Man whoever designed the inside of your bus it is freaking beautiful I love the decorating the wood and the decor. Beautiful Beautiful
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
We designed and built it ourselves. kzbin.info
@mezzamuddle
@mezzamuddle 2 жыл бұрын
I love this! They've thought of everything, my favourite is the bathroom and the coat rack, such a great idea. Such a lovely couple 😊
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@carltongirl95
@carltongirl95 2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful bus you live in your kitchen is especially beautiful I love your storage idea's in there...your bathroom is luxurious and your use of the bedroom space is great (oh and the patchwork quilt is gorgeous)...best bus build I've ever seen thankyou for sharing safe travels to you both 💜
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@wendyrobertson3899
@wendyrobertson3899 2 жыл бұрын
The safety features are something most people don't really think about when building their bus. This is very well thought out based on their previous bus ownership. The details are where the organization comes into play. This bus by far is the best build I've seen. Wondering if they have any plans drawn up that they would offer others to use as a concept for their bus builds? Hopefully they do. Thanks for the tour y'all. Keep those videos coming. Happy trails and safe travels to you
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, no plans were made nor used, the bus dictated the design. We did chronicle the whole build here, kzbin.info
@caddyzig
@caddyzig 2 жыл бұрын
Really nice! I love the filling nozzle for the Berkey. That’s really creative!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, we got tired of filing it in our previous bus.
@caddyzig
@caddyzig 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser It’s the perfect solution!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@caddyzig it works well for us.
@carolregister148
@carolregister148 2 жыл бұрын
I am blown away by your home on wheels. Everything a person needs to have to live comfortably AND for fun. Wow. 😳 And thank you for the tour - inspiration. 👍
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@donwood2972
@donwood2972 2 жыл бұрын
Having lived long term on my own buss and from border to border coast to coast I really like your thoughtfulness in everything you've done -- including the outside pain.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, we’ve traveled far and wide as well, it’s a great lifestyle. kzbin.info
@wellnesswithfrugalmama
@wellnesswithfrugalmama 2 жыл бұрын
love no wires from dining to bed - magnificent bed lining finishing so super smart Well thought out build
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@mjremy2605
@mjremy2605 2 жыл бұрын
Bonjour Yvan et Sylvie! C'est tres beau, votre maison roulettes. Love the sleek and quality build. The wood is beautiful. I think you might find a deeper sink does not splash water our so much and a large, deep, rectangular sink will sell the bus faster if you decide to upgrade. It adds value. I also bought shallow sinks, then regretted it and changed to deep and large. No need for farmhouse apron sinks - something undermounted is fine. I am so glad you said that about the Induction cooktop! I dislike it too. A lack of options with that and enormous power use. 6:07 - Love those cabinet hinges! Looks like pricey Blum type. Would love to know where you got them? What a lovely appliance garage! Better than my house, ha ha!. Bet those rollup doors came from IKEA? Looks great. Smart idea to refill Berkey from the top of cabinet! This is genius. Love the engine access panel, good design! Great office table too, nice and big and multi use bedroom space, smart! The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is a life saver and the single most important thing after the engine. I have constant issues with tires and must get one. Good install. The basement storage is mind boggling. You have a whole city system in there! 21:53 - The SEM Pro-Tex Bed Liner is a urethane liner that is tint-able. I've been looking for one that is tint-able but not an epoxy, identical to Durabak18 which is not tint-able. Durabak18 is flexible, polyurethane, moisture cured. If this one is similar, I will be thrilled. Any info anyone? Durabak company is a pain to deal with and are not forthcoming with technical info on tinting, which leaves me disappointed. I'd love to find a substitute paint. Thank you for this tour! I learned a lot from you both. Bon Voyage!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! For the sink we had a larger one in a previous bus, but prefer the smaller round sink for water conservation. The cabinet hinges come from Ikea, the tambour door is from Richelieu.
@melbawoods6513
@melbawoods6513 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best bus build I have ever seen 😍 It has everything! Ty for sharing 💓 This is a dream come true. Stay safe.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you can see how it was built here. kzbin.info
@aaronstansberry2545
@aaronstansberry2545 2 жыл бұрын
After watching a lot of these type of videos,I must say,this is the best yet. Simple,no hippy type decorations,and no expensive high tech crap either. Nice to see a converter that doesn't feel like you're in the amozon forest. Plants hanging everywhere,no pets sleeping in your bed. Just a no nonsence way of living,and I really love a bathroom that's more than ten inches wide. And has a real toilet! Congrats on your way of living. Stay safe!!! Also,finally a bus that doesn't make you feel like you're in Las Vegas all the time,with crazy lighting all over the place.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, we enjoy simplicity.
@guygalt1102
@guygalt1102 2 жыл бұрын
I've watched dozens or even hundreds of tiny house and van/bus conversion videos and I enjoy seeing the clever and "hip" things the generally younger crowd has done, but this bus is the first one that caused me to sit up and take serious notice. I guess it takes one "gray beard" 🧙‍♂ to know what will please another "gray beard." 🧙‍♂ And the cherry on the top (literally Bing cherry red, in your case) is the bed liner topcoat, which I've actually thought of putting on my car but chickened out. Thanks for the enlightening tour. Cheers to you both. 🥂
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@guygalt1102 thank you, if you would like to see how we built it you can view the complete process here. kzbin.info
@msblackqueen47
@msblackqueen47 2 жыл бұрын
I love it 😀 It's so beautiful and plenty of room. You two are awesome people and thanks for sharing your beautiful home. Safe travels everywhere you go!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@IVAO04ify
@IVAO04ify Жыл бұрын
This bus was beautifully designed and mechanically impressive. I've been working on rigs for almost 30 years, would have no problem if you rolled into my shop for work. That's how it's done folks. To many build a 'house' in a 'bus' and forever the 'bus' components still exist.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Very important to keep all the mechanical systems in great condition with the access the factory provided.
@ambrosia8028
@ambrosia8028 2 жыл бұрын
Love it! Very organic, I simply love seeing wood used in a tasteful comfortable eye pleasing manner. I love people like this, adventurous and wise living their best life.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Djexoticdancing69
@Djexoticdancing69 2 жыл бұрын
What an awesome bus conversion congratulation to you both amazing home on wheels love how clean it looks inside Keep enjoying your retirement and save travel.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@simonnicklin1313
@simonnicklin1313 2 жыл бұрын
Wow.... a fabulous conversion. A comfortable home from home... Every creature comfort. It's absolutely my kind of bus. It's amazing, you have thought of everything you need. Thanks for sharing.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment, for us it’s not home away from home, it’s home wherever we go.
@lizzynunez4906
@lizzynunez4906 2 жыл бұрын
Great details for full time living........My favorite bus conversion thus far!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@taniadolphy5122
@taniadolphy5122 2 жыл бұрын
You have done such a thorough job of creating a lovely home for yourselves. It's very efficient and looks great!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice
@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I see more and more people doing the wiring outside of the walls I think it’s the smartest thing anyone could do. With technology changing on a daily basis you’re able to add it to your build much easier as well as repair without destroying all of your hard work.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly, plus as a bonus better insulation.
@ayden3461
@ayden3461 15 күн бұрын
I love the bus. This guy and his wife thought through the design and were able to preserve the windows, which is nice because they have so much view. The only thing that stood out was the electrical fuse box, which can be updated to make it easier to determine which fuse controls what.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@annlara5688
@annlara5688 Жыл бұрын
One of the best builds I’ve seen and I’ve seen a lot! Thought was given to every need. It is also one of the largest solar power systems. It is also very wisely dispersed in zones! With all that it is also beautifully designed.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@thetarantella69
@thetarantella69 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Buses/coaches has so much storage space underneath, which is great :)
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@lynsweeney7257
@lynsweeney7257 Жыл бұрын
I love this bus, I have et this couple when the bus was not quite finished.They are the most generous people with their time and a loving ang respectful couple like I have never met. They were honest and took the time to explain a lot on details. They never charged us a dime for their time. I have great appreciation for them both as genuine human beings and I wish I was on the road with them. They truly love what they do. God bless them on their travels.
@stonedog23
@stonedog23 2 жыл бұрын
Lol, just because a sink is large, it doesn’t have to use up “more” water if you don’t try and fill it up. The projector is cool, but I prefer a tv irregardless of it blocking the view. And I was confused about the explanation of the fresh water tank in correlation to the waste water tank. Great bus though! It’s beautiful.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Our fresh tank is 10 gallons less than our waste tank. If the fresh is empty it’s because the waste tank is full. We rather run out of water than overflow the waste tank.
@drcliffk
@drcliffk 2 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal Video with outstanding commentary. Very Impressive. Thanks for sharing.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@cindieramirez7080
@cindieramirez7080 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!!!! Life is short love to see people really enjoying it!!!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, we stopped chasing dreams a while ago, instead we choose to live them.
@jeromehebert3184
@jeromehebert3184 Жыл бұрын
That is a really nice layout; really considered selling the house and buying a house/rv or converting one but don't have the skillset to do the work myself; but I am impressed you really thought it all out and build it the way that works for you.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078
@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078 2 жыл бұрын
This may be my favorite bus with everything that’s been done on it. Trying to decide if I’m going to buy a bus or a Motorhome and I go back and forth every day.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Drive a bus, very different than a factory RV
@RM-mu3tl
@RM-mu3tl 2 жыл бұрын
This bus is incredible love how everything has a place
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, we both have OCD tendencies, so it’s by design to have a more comfortable and peaceful space.
@joec4871
@joec4871 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting story, very well explained. Beautiful home, beautiful couple. You guys enjoy your retirement and be well and travel safe.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, please subscribe to our channel to see more kzbin.info
@billbeck47
@billbeck47 2 жыл бұрын
Nice coach and very informative video. Gave us some important tips on cabinets, cooking and floor heating. Plus 4K of solar. Beautiful!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, to see how it’s all built you can see the full transformation here kzbin.info
@Itried20takennames
@Itried20takennames Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous bus, very smartly done.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@prestonthompson9848
@prestonthompson9848 2 жыл бұрын
You have given the most complete, concise, well presented walk through I have ever see on any item. Fantastic job.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, what feature tickles your fancy.
@prestonthompson9848
@prestonthompson9848 2 жыл бұрын
@@LacroixCruiser One things I was wondering, is, just what did you do to the engine and drive train to get it up to par with the rest of the build?
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@prestonthompson9848 before taking on the road we changed brakes, shocks, airbags, bushings, tires. For the engine there wasn’t much to do, it only has 300,000 miles since an in frame rebuild. From there this is the maintenance schedule we follow. Every trip Check all fluids Check all lights Check tire pressure ( ideally have a TPMS) Check hub oil Inspect belts Do DOT pre-trip brake tests Spot and repair any leaks( fluid/air) Purge air tanks after trip of moisture. Enjoy yourself and listen to your bus. Every 2 weeks Drive bus to reach full operating temperature. A bus that sits is a bus that breaks. Every month Check and adjust water levels of any FLA batteries. Run generator at or near full load for 30 minutes Check slack adjusters Clean solar panels, inspect roof Wash bus Every 5000 miles or 3 months Check slack adjusters Sample oil and test. Check air filter, replace as needed Visual check of suspension and brakes. Inspect rubber bay hinges. Check torque on house electrical system connections. Clean radiator(s) Clean house A/C filters Every 10,000 miles or 6 months 3 month or 5000 mile items plus, Change oil and filters Change fuel filters Lubricate chassis Rotate tires Inspect tires for cracks, uneven wear, bumps etc. Coat tires. Check for kingpin wear when jacked up. Test coolant Check brake pad thickness Every 20,000 miles or yearly 6 month or 10,000 mile items plus Change transmission filter, test fluid sample, replace if required Change coolant filter, test coolant, replace if needed. Service house heating system ( yearly) Service generator ( or every 100 hours of use) Service air dryer. Do a full DOT safety inspection. Check wheel bearings. Change hub oil/ repack wheel bearing grease. Remove brake drums and inspect brake system. Replace power steering filter. Check propane system for leaks. Lubricate windows and locks
@Sailingman25
@Sailingman25 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I wouldn't wait to retire in order to enjoy this life style. Learning how to be an efficient entrepreneur is a must for me right now.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Well put!
@richardlane3333
@richardlane3333 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best conversations I have seen. I would love to have this bus. Great job!!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you can easily build your own.
@arlenepetitto3464
@arlenepetitto3464 2 жыл бұрын
This is by far the best updated bus conversion…. The attention to detail is absolutely awesome…. I could definitely see me living in this bus. I am a super fan to Murphy beds… Beautiful in every way… Thank you for the wonderful tour.. Safe travels always for you and your wife… ❤️
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, to see more consider subscribing to our channel kzbin.info
@christophermessier3736
@christophermessier3736 4 ай бұрын
Coming from the detailing world, couldn’t believe it when I saw you in this video. I’m like this guy is everywhere! Sick build!
@dccd4
@dccd4 2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful job you have done with the Coach . I have never seen so much storage in a Coach!🥰
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, please subscribe to our channel to see more kzbin.info
@skooter82
@skooter82 2 жыл бұрын
you guys thinknof everything. This lifestyle is not for me but your ingenuity is. You are artists!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@janet-leeedsuk2024
@janet-leeedsuk2024 2 жыл бұрын
Looks really nice and comfortable, great kitchen and storage too xx
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@barbaraharris3489
@barbaraharris3489 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best buses I have ever seen. Clever use of space.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880
@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 2 жыл бұрын
Wow - Beautiful & Impressive!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@martinhutchins8996
@martinhutchins8996 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best conversion I’ve ever seen, well done
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, what was your favourite feature?
@christophermcnally8782
@christophermcnally8782 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic build wow so much room and very well thought out. Congratulations to you both.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@monkeyz240
@monkeyz240 2 жыл бұрын
I want you guys to design our rig one day when we can go full time. Unfortunately neither of us have any job skills that allow us to be mobile. But we have a travel trailer and get out as much as we can. Were fairly new so we’re learning what we would want in a new rig. And I’m slowly being turned towards a bus conversion. His parents have owned a couple of fifth wheels and they’re almost full time. But I like the quality and customization you can get from a conversion. Anyway. Absolutely beautiful!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@rubberbiscuit99
@rubberbiscuit99 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing bus! Such thoughtful and beautifully executed design. Love it!!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏻 thank you
@rosemarymonty5399
@rosemarymonty5399 2 жыл бұрын
Love the design of this bus. So clean and efficient looking design. Love the design for the bar-b-Que.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@nancyhenderson8001
@nancyhenderson8001 2 жыл бұрын
Your built is very thought out. A dream for many RVer’s. Safe travels.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ZimzBeats007
@ZimzBeats007 2 жыл бұрын
You're so good at explaining everything, nice RV guys, love your interior.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@mikedistel5860
@mikedistel5860 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most beautiful and comfortable buses I’ve seen and I have seen a lot.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks , yes it’s very comfortable.
@ericalampley480
@ericalampley480 2 жыл бұрын
This is NICE. And yes, I've heard it described like driving your house down the road during an earthquake and a hurricane!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, every minutes of driving is a 60 second earthquake.
@vinnytrippetti2222
@vinnytrippetti2222 2 жыл бұрын
Such a great layout and design of a bus, very impressive.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@janetromero6276
@janetromero6276 2 жыл бұрын
This is one amazing home! How lucky are you both! Have fun God bless you both in your travels!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, if you would like to see how we built it, you can see it here. kzbin.info
@sopanmuller
@sopanmuller 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent design, the best that I have seen. ... the night table by your bed - that is a detail which is impressive.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@derekbaker777
@derekbaker777 Жыл бұрын
I love the white and grey backsplash over kitchen countertop.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@CMcKinnon1013
@CMcKinnon1013 2 жыл бұрын
Love ur story.. Many blessings for you both and hope to see more videos of ur journeys. :) Love from AZ
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@jofrances3296
@jofrances3296 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this beautiful home, you have worked so hard, too make. Is just wonderful.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, if you would like to see how we built it kzbin.info
@shaneshane2718
@shaneshane2718 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative you could sure teach some of these RV manufacturers a lesson or two and coaches might then be more reasonably priced as well
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Retired coaches are definitely affordable. We have about $75,000 in this bus, including the bus. Coaches are not plagued with rust issues like Skoolies, and cost less to convert and own.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
@@largemarge1603 so true, and sad…
@meridethhendry5733
@meridethhendry5733 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most beautiful build I’ve ever seen!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@terriwinn6806
@terriwinn6806 2 жыл бұрын
I've watched many different people's conversion's and your's is a level above all the others , besides working together . You all put out the best video's , thamks for all the enjoyable video's .
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@petevezmar9821
@petevezmar9821 Жыл бұрын
Wow !! Great Bus , Great Info , no nonsense !! Going to watch the rest of your videos . So Wonderful , Thanks !
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@michelleyorke2695
@michelleyorke2695 Ай бұрын
I truly love those DYI conversions. I also love the job you two did as very nice.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@AustNRail
@AustNRail 2 ай бұрын
Fit a brake check bar to the front of the bus. In Australia we call that bar, a bull bar. You can have them made out of polished aluminium and fit extra driving lights to them as well.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@gormanation
@gormanation 2 жыл бұрын
I recognized Ivan from the Automotive detailing industry! Good to see him and love this build
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you’re good I’m not easy to recognize 😉 kzbin.info
@delbowen1
@delbowen1 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best comfort buses I have ever seen.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@TaliaIGhul
@TaliaIGhul 2 жыл бұрын
The interior looks like the inside of a professional RV. It almost looks like Newmar built this. Very nice.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@AJGUNNER
@AJGUNNER Ай бұрын
I absolutely love the appliance garage, and the berkey setup is amazing.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@MaxiBela
@MaxiBela 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant designing, really smart guy with a great style. I REALLY like this well thought-out bus!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@barbaramorelock2547
@barbaramorelock2547 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best thought out design I have ran across. Yes could in here. Wonderful lay out. Very little not thought of. Good luck on your journey.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, what was your favourite feature?
@teresaguillory6107fake
@teresaguillory6107fake Жыл бұрын
I love what you did with the Berkey. My parents had one for as long as I can remember. My mom still uses one.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@joshuajames2213
@joshuajames2213 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best bus builds Ive ever seen love it . UK
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@rebeccafritz5546
@rebeccafritz5546 2 жыл бұрын
Very comfortable looking bus/home…
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, yes it is.
@markphillips6154
@markphillips6154 2 жыл бұрын
Super nice bus and really a great tour. You never really get to get a good tour of the insides of these things so thank you
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ChristopherDunn-u3y
@ChristopherDunn-u3y 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful. Just started my remodel 1979 mci 9 crusaders 2. Thank you for all your knowledge and help. Great job if your ever in north Idaho. Cda stop by lots a room on the property.
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@joshread3740
@joshread3740 2 жыл бұрын
Wasn't expecting to see Ivan on this channel! The rinseless wash king!
@LacroixCruiser
@LacroixCruiser 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. And yes we wash our bus with rinseless .
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